What is "maestrazgo"

The Maestrazgo or Maestrat is a natural and historical mountainous region, located at the eastern end of the Iberian System mountain range, in Spain. It encompasses the north of the Autonomous Community of Valencia, in Castellón province, and parts of the east of the Aragonese province of Teruel. The area is mountainous and sparsely populated with a rich mixture of flora and fauna.

The district was under control of military orders following the 12th-century Christian reconquest of the area from the Moors. It also had a significant role in the 19th century Carlist Wars and the 20th century Spanish Civil War. After many years of decline the area is undergoing some re-vitalization, helped by funding from the European Union and tourism.

Maestrazgo may refer to:

• Maestrat , an historic and natural region in the Spanish province of Castellón
  • Alt Maestrat, a comarca in the Spanish province of Castellón
  • Baix Maestrat, a comarca in the Spanish province of Castellón
• Maestrazgo, Aragon, a comarca in the Spanish province of Teruel, Aragon